mjqood0

The broadheads I mention will screw into any standard arrow. If you can go to the Cabela's web sight, you can find both of these broadheads pictured there.

Cut-on-contact means that the blades extend all the way to the front of the broadhead. This means that there is no pointed tip, but a razor sharp cutting edge which hits the deer first. For lower poundage bows, this does seem to help get good penetration.

I think your idea of practicing from your stands out of season is the ticket to a successful year. The more comfortable you get shooting from a stand, the better you'll be when a deer comes around. You'll also get a good idea of your range. When you find a comfortable range shooting at targets, subtract a few yards from that (to account for the jitters of actually shooting at a deer) and limit your shots to that distance. THis way, you'll be sure to be confident in your abilities. Nothing ever helps ore than confidence.

Good luck! You'll do just fine with the gear you mention. Just make sure that the bow fits you well in both draw weight and draw length. Many are tempted to get a bigger bow to "grow into" and that's a lousy idea. You'll never be accurate or consistent with a bow that doesn't fit you.

Have fun with the shooting!!!